© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
As - Domitian IOVI CONSERVATORI S C; Jupiter
84 year| Bronze | 9.8 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Domitian (Titus Flavius Domitianus) (81-96) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 84 |
| Value | As = 1⁄16 Denarius |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.8 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#251650 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jupiter standing left, holding thunderbolt in right hand and spear in left.
Script: Latin
Lettering: IOVI CONSERVATORI S C
Translation:
Iovi Conservatori. Senatus Consultum.
To Jupiter the Protector. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Mass varies: 8.815–11.43 g;Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Jupiter, the Roman god of the sky and thunder, on one side, and an image of the Roman emperor Domitian on the other side. This coin was minted during Domitian's reign (81-96 AD) and was used as a standard circulation coin throughout the Roman Empire. The image of Jupiter on the coin was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Roman emperor, who was often associated with the god Jupiter. The coin's bronze composition and 9.8g weight were also standard for Roman coins of this time period.
